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Constantinos Volanakis

The canvas has been relined. There are some scattered fine lines of craquelure (visible in the catalogue illustration). Ultraviolet light reveals some strokes of retouching notably in the awning to the right of the centre, in the sky just above the horizon, spots in the figures and water, and scattered along the framing edges.
Held in a decorative frame.
The colours are slightly subtler and less red overall than in the catalogue illustration."In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."